to avoid a hazard. Do not replace the power
cord supplied with other cords.
• This appliance is intended for domestic
household use only. It is not intended to be
used in the following applications, and the
guarantee will not apply for:
− staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and
other working environments;
− farm houses;
− by clients in hotels, motels and other
residential type environments;
− bed and breakfast type environments.
• This appliance shall not be used by children.
Keep the appliance and its cord out of reach
of children.
• Appliances can be used by persons with
reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities or lack of experience and
knowledge if they have been given
supervision or instruction concerning use
of the appliance in a safe way and if they
understand the hazards involved.
• Children shall not play with the appliance.
• Do not fill your appliance more than the
MAX mark on the pot. Do not fill it more
than half full for food that expands during
cooking, such as rice, dehydrated vegetables.
Reduce the volume of water to avoid the
risk of boiling over.
• Please follow the recommendations on the
volume of food and water to avoid the risk
of boiling over which can damage your
appliance and cause injury.
• Do not spill liquid on the connector
(depending on model).
• Before using your appliance, check that
the float valve and the pressure limit
valve are clean (see section Cleaning and
maintenance).
• Do not place any foreign objects in the
pressure relief system. Do not replace the
valve.
• When you open the lid, always hold it by the
lid handle. Position your arms in alignment
with the side carrying handles. Boiling water
could remain trapped between the gasket
support and the lid and could cause burns.
• Be careful also about the risk of scalding
from the steam coming out of the appliance
when you open the lid. First open the lid
